1971 BMW 3 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
